Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the TV, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it for future
reference.
Notes on Digital TV
function
s Any functions related to Digital TV
() will only work in countries or
areas where DVB-T (MPEG-2 and
H.264/MPEG-4 AVC) digital
terrestrial signals are broadcast or
where you have access to a compatible
DVB-C (MPEG-2 and H.264/MPEG-4
AVC) cable service. Please confirm
with your local dealer if you can
receive a DVB-T signal where you live
or ask your cable provider if their
DVB-C cable service is suitable for
integrated operation with this TV.
s Your cable provider may charge a fee
for their services, or require you to
agree to its terms and conditions of
business.
s This TV set complies with DVB-T and
DVB-C specifications, but
compatibility with future DVB-T
digital terrestrial and DVB-C digital
cable broadcasts are not guaranteed.
s Some Digital TV functions may not be
available in some countries/areas and
DVB-C cable may not operate
correctly with some providers.
For a list of compatible cable providers,
refer to the support web site:
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/
DVBC/
Trademark information
is a registered trademark of the DVB
Project
HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are
trademarks and/or service marks of Digital
Living Network Alliance.
Adobe is a registered trademark or a
trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated
in the United States and/or other countries.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
“BRAVIA” and are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
“XMB” and “xross media bar” are
trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.
Before operating the TV, please read “Safety Information” (page 9). Retain this manual for future reference.
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Start-up Guide
Before Use
To check the accessories
Mains lead (Type C-6)* (1)
Coaxial cable* (1)
Stand (1) and screws (4) (KDL-46X4500/40X4500
only)
Remote RM-ED012 (1)
Size AA batteries (R6 type) (2)
* Do not remove the ferrite cores.
To insert batteries into the remote
Push and lift the cover to open.
To replace the speaker grille
The speaker grille unit can be replaced with
others that are sold separately. However, do
not remove the unit except to replace it. For
details, see the instructions supplied with
speaker grille units.
1: Attaching the stand (for
KDL-46X4500/40X4500)
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• If using an electric screwdriver, set the tightening
torque at approximately 1.5 N·m (15 kgf·cm).
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2: Connecting an aerial/Set
Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD
recorder)
Connecting a Set Top Box/recorder (e.g.
DVD recorder) with SCART
3: Preventing the TV from
toppling over
Start-up Guide
Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder)
Connecting a Set Top Box/recorder (e.g.
DVD recorder) with HDMI
1Install a wood screw (4 mm in diameter,
not supplied) in the TV stand.
2Install a machine screw (M6 × 12–15, not
supplied) into the screw hole of the TV.
3Tie the wood screw and the machine
screw with a strong cord.
Set Top Box/recorder (e.g. DVD recorder)
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4: Bundling the cables
KDL-40X4500KDL-46X4500
KDL-55X4500
5: Performing the initial
set-up
3
4
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• Do not bundle the mains lead together with other
cables.
5
Select “Home” for the best TV settings to
use the TV in the home.
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Make sure that the aerial is connected.
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When you select “Cable”, we recommend
that you select “Quick Scan” for quick
tuning. Set “Frequency” and “Network
ID” according to the information supplied
from your cable provider. If no channel is
found using “Quick Scan”, try “Full Scan”
(though it may take some time).
For a list of compatible cable providers,
refer to the support web site:
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/
DVBC/
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Start-up Guide
If you want to change the order of
analogue channels, follow the steps in
“Programme Sorting” on page 44.
If your TV cannot receive digital
broadcasts, the “Clock Set” menu appears
on the screen (page 36).
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Adjusting the viewing angle
of the TV
Detaching the Table-Top
Stand from the TV
This TV can be adjusted within the angles
shown below.
Adjust the angle left and right (swivel)
Top view
Front
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• Remove the screws guided by the arrow marks
of the TV.
• Do not remove the Table-Top Stand for any reason
other than listed below.
– To wall-mount the TV.
– To put the TV in the carton at time of purchase
(KDL-46X4500/40X4500 only).
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Safety
Information
Installation/Set-up
Install and use the TV set in accordance with the instructions below
in order to avoid any risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or
injuries.
Installation
s The TV set should be installed near an easily accessible mains
socket.
s Place the TV set on a stable, level surface.
s Only qualified service personnel should carry out wall
installations.
s For safety reasons, it is strongly recommended that you use
Sony accessories, including:
– Wall-mount bracket SU-WL500
s Be sure to use the screws supplied with the Wall-mount bracket
when attaching the mounting hooks to the TV set. The supplied
screws are designed so that they are 8 mm to 12 mm in length
when measured from the attaching surface of the mounting
hook.
The diameter and length of the screws differ depending on the
Wall-mount bracket model.
Use of screws other than those supplied may result in internal
damage to the TV set or cause it to fall, etc.
8 mm - 12 mm
Screw (supplied with the Wall-mount
bracket)
Mounting Hook
Hook attachment on rear of TV set
Transporting
s Before transporting the T V set,
disconnect all cables.
s Two or three people are needed
to transport a large TV set.
s When transporting the TV set
by hand, hold it as shown on
the right. Do not put stress on
the LCD panel.
s When lifting or moving the TV
set, hold it firmly from the
bottom.
s When transporting the TV set,
do not subject it to jolts or
excessive vibration.
s When transporting the TV set
for repairs or when moving,
pack it using the original
carton and packing material.
Be sure to hold the bottom of the panel, and not the
transparent part, speaker, or speaker grille area. Do not
compress the panel’s speaker grille area.
For KDL-46X4500/40X4500
For KDL-55X4500
Ventilation
s Never cover the ventilation holes or insert anything in the
cabinet.
s Leave space around the TV set as shown below.
s It is strongly recommended that you use a Sony wall-mount
bracket in order to provide adequate air-circulation.
Installed on the wall
30 cm
10 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
10 cm
10 cm
Installed with stand
30 cm
10 cm10 cm
Leave at least this space around the set.
s To ensure proper ventilation and prevent the collection of dirt
or dust:
– Do not lay the TV set flat, install upside down, backwards,
or sideways.
– Do not place the TV set on a shelf, rug, bed or in a closet.
– Do not cover the TV set with a cloth, such as curtains, or
items such as newspapers, etc.
– Do not install the TV set as shown below.
Air circulation is blocked.
WallWall
6 cm
Mains lead
Handle the mains lead and socket as follows in order to avoid any
risk of fire, electrical shock or damage and/or injuries:
– Use only mains leads supplied by Sony, not other suppliers.
– Insert the plug fully into the mains socket.
– Operate the TV set on a 220–240 V AC supply only.
– When wiring cables, be sure to unplug the mains lead for your
safety and take care not to catch your feet on the cables.
– Disconnect the mains lead from the mains socket before
working on or moving the TV set.
– Keep the mains lead away from heat sources.
– Unplug the mains plug and clean it regularly. If the plug is
covered with dust and it picks up moisture, its insulation may
deteriorate, which could result in a fire.
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Notes
s Do not use the supplied mains lead on any other equipment.
s Do not pinch, bend, or twist the mains lead excessively. The
core conductors may be exposed or broken.
s Do not modify the mains lead.
s Do not put anything heavy on the mains lead.
s Do not pull on the mains lead itself when disconnecting the
mains lead.
s Do not connect too many appliances to the same mains socket.
s Do not use a poor fitting mains socket.
Prohibited Usage
Do not install/use the TV set in locations, environments or
situations such as those listed below, or the TV s et may malfunction
and cause a fire, electrical shock, damage and/or injuries.
Location:
Outdoors (in direct sunlight), at the seashore, on a ship or other
vessel, inside a vehicle, in medical institutions, unstable locations,
near water, rain, moisture or smoke.
Environment:
Places that are hot, humid, or excessively dusty; where insects may
enter; where it might be exposed to mechanical vibration, near
flammable objects (candles, etc). The TV set shall not be exposed
to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the TV.
Situation:
Do not use when your hands are wet, with the cabinet removed, or
with attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
Disconnect the TV set from mains socket and aerial during
lightning storms.
Broken pieces:
s Do not throw anything at the TV set. The screen glass may
break by the impact and cause serious injury.
s If the surface of the TV set cracks, do not touch it until you have
unplugged the mains lead. Otherwise electric shock may result.
When not in use
s If you will not be using the TV set for several days, the TV set
should be disconnected from the mains for environmental and
safety reasons.
s As the TV set is not disconnected from the mains when the TV
set is just turned off, pull the plug from the mains to disconnect
the TV set completely.
s However, some TV sets may have features that require the TV
set to be left in standby to work correctly.
For children
s Do not allow children to climb on the TV set.
s Keep small accessories out of the reach of children, so that they
are not mistakenly swallowed.
If the following problems occur...
Turn off the TV set and unplug the mains lead immediately if any
of the following problems occur.
Ask your dealer or Sony service centre to have it checked by
qualified service personnel.
When:
– Mains lead is damaged.
– Poor fitting of mains socket.
– TV set is damaged by being dropped, hit or having something
thrown at it.
– Any liquid or solid object falls through openings in the cabinet.
Precautions
Viewing the TV
s View the TV in moderate light, as viewing the TV in poor light
or during long period of time, strains your eyes.
s When using headphones, adjust the volume so as to avoid
excessive levels, as hearing damage may result.
LCD Screen
s Although the LCD screen is made with high-precision
technology and 99.99% or more of the pixels are effective,
black dots may appear or bright points of light (red, blue, or
green) may appear constantly on the LCD screen. This is a
structural property of the LCD screen and is not a malfunction.
s Do not push or scratch the front filter, or place objects on top of
this TV set. The image may be uneven or the LCD screen may
be damaged.
s If this TV set is used in a cold place, a smear may occur in the
picture or the picture may become dark. This does not indicate
a failure. These phenomena disappear as the temperature rises.
s Ghosting may occur when still pictures are displayed
continuously. It may disappear after a few moments.
s The screen and cabinet get warm when this TV set is in use.
This is not a malfunction.
s The LCD screen contains a small amount of liquid crystal.
Some fluorescent tubes used in this TV set also contain
mercury. Follow your local ordinances and regulations for
disposal.
Handling and cleaning the screen surface/
cabinet of the TV set
Be sure to unplug the mains lead connected to the TV set from
mains socket before cleaning.
To avoid material degradation or screen coating degradation,
observe the following precautions.
s To remove dust from the screen surface/cabinet, wipe gently
with a soft cloth. If dust is persistent, wipe with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.
s Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner,
scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene,
thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining
prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in
damage to the screen surface and cabinet material.
s Periodic vacuuming of the ventilation openings is
recommended to ensure to proper ventilation.
s When adjusting the angle of the TV set, move it slowly so as to
prevent the TV set from moving or slipping off from its table
stand.
Optional Equipment
Keep optional components or any equipment emitting
electromagnetic radiation away from the TV set. Otherwise picture
distortion and/or noisy sound may occur.
Batteries
s Observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries.
s Do not use different types of batteries together or mix old and
new batteries.
s Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.
Certain regions may regulate the disposal of batteries. Please
consult your local authority.
s Handle the remote with care. Do not drop or step on it, or spill
liquid of any kind onto it.
s Do not place the remote in a location near a heat source, a place
subject to direct sunlight, or a damp room.
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Disposal of the TV set
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling
of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your h ousehold
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be
treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are dispos ed
of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery.
The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural
resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data
integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified
service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated
properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how
to remove the battery from the product saf ely. Hand the battery over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste
batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this
product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony
Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to
the addresses given in separate service or guarantee
documents.
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Remote and TV Controls/Indicators
Remote and TV controls
A button or touch sensors on the TV will work the same as
those on the remote.
* In the TV menu, these touch sensors will work as F/f/G/g/.
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•The number 5, N, PROG + and AUDIO buttons on the remote have
a tactile dot. Use the tactile dots as a reference when operating the
TV.
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ButtonDescription
1 TV "/1 (TV
standby)
2 1 (Power)Press to turn the TV on or off.
Press to turn the TV on and off from standby
mode.
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• To disconnect the TV completely, turn off the
TV, then unplug the mains lead from the
mains.
3 (Screen
mode)
4 AUDIOIn analogue mode: Press to change the dual
Press to change the screen format (page 18).
sound mode (page 39).
In digital mode: Press to change the language
to be used for the programme currently being
viewed (page 47).
5 (Subtitle
setting)
6/ (Info/
Text reveal)
7/ (Input
select/Text
hold)
F/f/G/g/Press F/f/G/g to move the on-screen cursor.
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9 OPTIONSPress to display a list that contains “PAP”
0 HOMEPress to display the TV Home menu (page 35).
qa Coloured
buttons
Press to change the subtitle language (page 47)
(in digital mode only).
In digital mode: Displays details of the
programme currently being viewed.
In analogue mode: Displays information. Press
once to display the current channel number and
screen mode. Press again to display clock
information. Press a third time to remove the
display from the screen.
In Text mode (page 17): Reveals hidden
information (e.g. answers to a quiz).
In TV mode: Press to display a list of inputs.
In Text mode: Press to hold the current page.
Press to select/confirm the highlighted item.
When playing a photo file: Press to pause/
start a slideshow. Press F/G to select the
previous file. Press f/g to select the next file.
When playing a music file: Press to pause/
start the playback. Press and hold G/g to fast
forward/fast reverse, then release the button at
the point where you want to resume playback.
Press F to start playback from the beginning of
the current file. Press f to go to the next file.
(page 23), “PIP” (page 24), “Device Control”,
or shortcuts to some setting menus. Use the
“Device Control” menu to operate equipment
that is compatible with control for HDMI.
The listed options vary depending on the input
source.
When the coloured buttons are available, an
operation guide appears on the screen. Follow
the operation guide to perform a selected
operation (page 17, 19, 20).
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qs Number
buttons
qd
(Favourite)
qf PROG +/–//In TV mode: Press to select the next (+) or
qg (Previous
channel)
qh % (Mute)Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore
qj 2 +/–
(Volume)
qk / (Text)Press to display text information (page 17).
ql RETURN / Press to return to the previous screen of the
w; GUIDE /
(EPG)
wa ANALOGPress to display the analogue channel that was
ws DIGITALPress to display the digital channel that was
In TV mode: Press to select channels. For
channel numbers 10 and above, press the
second and third digits in quick succession.
In Text mode: Press to enter a page number.
Press to display the Digital Favourite List that
you have specified (page 20).
previous (–) channel.
In Text mode: Press to select the next ( ) or
previous ( ) page.
Press to return to the channel that was last
viewed (for more than five seconds).
the sound.
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• In standby mode, if you want to turn on the
TV without sound, press this button.
Press to adjust the volume.
displayed menu.
When playing a photo/music file: Press to stop
the playback. (The display returns to the file or
folder list.)
Press to display the Digital Electronic
Programme Guide (EPG) (page 19).
last viewed.
last viewed.
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wd THEATREYou can set Theatre Mode to on or off. When
wf SYNC MENU Displays the menu of connected HDMI
wg (Light)Press to illuminate the buttons on the remote so
wh Buttons for
using
optional
equipment
Theatre Mode is set to on, the optimum audio
output (if the TV is connected with an audio
system using an HDMI cable) and picture
quality for film-based contents are
automatically set.
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• If you turn the TV off, Theatre Mode is also
turned off.
• “Control for HDMI” (BRAVIA Sync) is only
available with the connected Sony equipment
that has the BRAVIA Sync or BRAVIA
Theatre Sync logo or is compatible with
control for HDMI.
equipment. While viewing other input screens
or TV programmes, “HDMI Device Selection”
is displayed when the button is pressed.
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• “Control for HDMI” (BRAVIA Sync) is only
available with the connected Sony equipment
that has the BRAVIA Sync logo or is
compatible with control for HDMI.
that you can see them easily even if the room is
dark.
You can operate the equipment connected to
the TV (page 22, 27, 28).
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Indicators
IndicatorDescription
1 Light sensor
(page 44)
2 " (Power)Lights up in green when the TV is on.
3 1 (Standby)Lights up in red when the TV is in standby mode.
4 (Picture Off /
Timer)
5 Remote control
sensor
Do not put anything over the sensor, doing so may affect its function.
Lights up in green when you select “Picture Off” (page 44).
Lights up in orange when you set the timer (page 19, 36).
Receives IR signals from the remote.
Do not put anything over the sensor. The sensor may not operate properly.
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• Make sure that the TV is completely turned off before unplugging the mains lead. Unplugging the mains lead
while the TV is turned on may cause the indicator to remain lit or may cause the TV to malfunction.
About the operation guide on the TV screen
Operation Guide
Example: Press or RETURN (see 8 on page 13 or ql on page 14).
The operation guide provides help on how to operate the TV using the remote, and is displayed at
the bottom of the screen. Use the remote buttons shown on the operation guide.
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Watching TV
Watching TV
2
To select channel numbers 10 and above
using the number buttons, enter the
second and third digits in quick
succession.
To select a digital programme using the
Digital Electronic Programme Guide
(EPG), see page 19.
In digital mode
An information banner appears briefly.
The following icons may be indicated on
the banner.
:Radio service
: Scrambled/Subscription service
:Multiple audio languages available
: Subtitles available
: Subtitles available for the hearing
impaired
: Recommended minimum age for
current programme (ages from 4 to
18)
: Parental lock
Watching TV
3
3
1Press 1 on the TV to turn on the TV.
When the TV is in standby mode (the 1
(standby) indicator on the TV front panel
is red), press TV "/1 on the remote to
turn on the TV.
2Press DIGITAL to switch to digital mode,
or press ANALOG to switch to analogue
mode.
The available channels vary depending on
the mode.
3Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to
select a TV channel.
To access Text
Press /. Each time you press /, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Text and TV picture t Text t No Text (exit
the Text service)
To select a page, press the number buttons or
/.
To hold a page, press .
To reveal hidden information, press .
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• You can also jump directly to a page by selecting
the page number displayed on the screen. Press
and F/f/G/g to select the page number, then press
.
• When four coloured items appear at the bottom of
the Text page, you can access pages quickly and
easily (Fast Text). Press the corresponding
coloured button to access the page.
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To change the screen format manually
Press repeatedly to select the desired screen
format.
Smart*
Displays conventional
4:3 broadcasts with an
imitation wide screen
effect. The 4:3 picture
is stretched to fill the
screen.
4:3
Displays conventional
4:3 broadcasts (e.g.
non-wide screen TV) in
the correct proportion.
Wide
Displays wide screen
(16:9) broadcasts in the
correct proportion.
Zoom*
Displays cinemascopic
(letter box format)
broadcasts in the
correct proportion.
14:9*
Displays 14:9
broadcasts in the
correct proportion. As
a result, black border
areas are visible on the
screen.
* Parts of the top and bottom of the picture may be cut off.
You can adjust the vertical position of the picture. Press
F/f to move the picture up or down (e.g. to read
subtitles).
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• When you select “Smart”, some characters and/or
letters at the top and the bottom of the picture may
not be visible. In such a case, adjust “Vertical
Size” in the “Screen” menu (page 40).
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• When “Auto Format” (page 39) is set to “On”, the
TV automatically selects the best mode to suit the
broadcast.
• If 720p, 1080i or 1080p source pictures are
displayed with black borders on the screen edges,
select “Smart” or “Zoom” to adjust the pictures.
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Using the Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) *
1In digital mode, press GUIDE.
2Perform the desired operation as shown in
the following table or displayed on the
screen.
* This function may not be available in some countries/
areas.
Digital Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
ToDo this
View a programmePress F/f/G/g to select a programme, then press .
Turn off the EPGPress GUIDE.
Watching TV
Sort programme information by
category
– Category list
Set a programme to be displayed
automatically on the screen when it
starts
– Reminder
Cancel a reminder
– Cancel Timer
1Press the blue button.
2Press F/f to select a category, then press .
The categories available include:
“All Categories”, “Favourites” (1 – 4), “Radio”: Contains all
available channels.
Category name (e.g. “News”): Contains all channels
corresponding to the selected category.
1Press F/f/G/g to select a future programme you want to display,
then press .
2Press F/f to select “Reminder”, then press .
A c symbol appears next to the programme’s information. The
indicator on the TV front panel lights up in orange.
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• If you switch the TV to standby mode, the TV will automatically
turn on when the programme starts.
1Press .
2Press F/f to select “Timer list”, then press .
3Press F/f to select the programme you want to cancel, then
press .
4Press F/f to select “Cancel Timer”, then press .
A display appears to confirm that you want to cancel the
programme.
5Press G/g to select “Yes”, then press .
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Using the Digital Favourite List *
You can specify up to four of your favourite
channel lists.
1In digital mode, press .
2Perform the desired operation as shown in
the following table or displayed on the
screen.
Digital Favourite List
ToDo this
Add or remove channels in a
Favourite list
1Press the blue button.
2Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list to edit.
3Press F/f/G/g to select the channel to add or remove, then press
Watch a channel
1Press the yellow button to select a Favourite list.
2Press F/f to select a channel, then press .
Remove all channels from a Favourite
list
1Press the blue button.
2Press the yellow button to select the Favourite list to edit.
3Press the blue button.
4Press G/g to select “Yes”, then press .
Go to step 2 when you add channels for the first time or the
Favourite list is empty.
.
* This function may not be available in some countries/
areas.
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Using Optional Equipment
Connecting Optional Equipment
You can connect a wide range of optional equipment to your TV.
For service use only
Using Optional Equipment
Connect toInput symbol on
1 /AV1AV1When you connect a decoder, the TV tuner outputs scrambled
2 /AV2
(SMARTLINK)
3 /
COMPONENT IN1
or 2
4 DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)
5 You can listen to TV sound on the connected Hi-Fi audio
6 /PC INPCIt is recommended to use a PC cable with ferrites, such as the
screen
AV2SmartLink provides a direct link between the TV and a
Component 1
or Component
2
Description
signals to the decoder, and the decoder unscrambles the
signals before outputting them.
recorder (e.g. DVD recorder).
The component video sockets support the following video
inputs only: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.
Use an optical audio cable.
equipment.
“Connector, D-sub 15” (ref. 1-793-504-11, available in Sony
Service Centre), or an equivalent.
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Connect toInput symbol on
screen
7 HDMI IN 1, 2, or 3HDMI 1,
HDMI 2, or
HDMI 3
qs HDMI IN 4HDMI 4
Description
Digital video and audio signals are input from the connected
equipment.
In addition, when you connect the equipment that is
compatible with control for HDMI, communication with the
connected equipment is supported. Refer to page 43 to set up
this communication.
If the equipment has a DVI socket, connect the DVI socket to
the HDMI IN 1 socket through a DVI - HDMI adaptor
interface (not supplied), and connect the equipment’s audio
out sockets to the audio in sockets in the HDMI IN 1 sockets.
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• The HDMI sockets support the following video inputs only:
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p and 1080/24p.
For PC video inputs, see page 52.
• Be sure to use only an authorized HDMI cable bearing the
HDMI logo. We recommend that you use a Sony HDMI
cable (high speed type).
• When connecting an audio system that is compatible with
control for HDMI, be sure to also connect it to the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) socket.
8 LANYou can enjoy contents stored in DLNA-compatible devices
9 DMPORTDMPORTYou can play audio or video (optional cable required) of a
via a network (page 31).
portable audio player that is connected to the TV using a
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adaptor.
Depending on the connected DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adaptor, you can operate the connected equipment using the
TV as follows;
– Using the remote of the TV: F/f/G/g, , RETURN, N/
x/X/m/M/./>.
– Using the OPTIONS menu function: Press OPTIONS, and
select “Device Control (Menu)”.
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• Do not connect or disconnect a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adaptor while the TV is turned on.
• The connected equipment is not powered when the TV is
turned off or in standby mode.
0 CAM
(Conditional
Access Module)
Provides access to pay TV services. For details, refer to the
instruction manual supplied with your CAM.
To use the CAM, remove the “dummy” card from the CAM
slot, then turn off the TV and insert your CAM card into the
slot. When you are not using the CAM, we recommend that
you keep the “dummy” card in the CAM slot.
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• CAM is not supported in some countries/areas. Check with
your authorised dealer.
qa USBYou can enjoy photo/music files stored in a Sony digital still
camera or camcorder through a USB cable or USB storage
device on your TV (page 24).
qd AV3,
AV3, and
AV3
qfi HeadphonesYou can listen to TV sound through headphones.
AV3To avoid picture noise, do not connect the camcorder to the
video jack AV3 and the S video jack AV3 at the same
time. When connecting a mono equipment, connect to the
AV3 L socket.
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Viewing Pictures from
Connected Equipment
Turn on the connected equipment, and perform
one of the following operations.
For equipment connected to the scart
sockets using a fully-wired 21-pin scart lead
Start playback on the connected equipment.
The picture from the connected equipment
appears on the screen.
For an auto-tuned VCR
In analogue mode, press PROG +/– or the
number buttons, to select the video channel.
For a USB device
See page 24.
For a network device, see page 31.
For other connected equipment
1Press HOME.
2Press g to select “External Inputs”.
3Press F/f to select the desired input
source, then press .
Switches to the video of
equipment connected to the
AV3 inputs.
Switches to the video of
equipment connected to
Component 1 or 2 inputs.
Switches to the video of
equipment connected to
AV1 or AV2 inputs.
Switches to the video of
equipment connected to
HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI
3, or HDMI 4 input.
Switches to the video of
equipment connected to
DMPORT input.
Switches to the video of the
PC connected to PC input.
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• Depending on the “Skip AV Inputs” setting
(page 43), some input sources may not appear in
the list. If you have set an input source to “Skip”,
that input source does not appear regardless of
whether the equipment is connected. If you have
set an input source to “Auto”, that input source
does not appear when the equipment is not
connected to the TV.
Additional operations
ToDo this
Return to normal TV
mode
Change the volume of
the connected audio
system that is
compatible with
control for HDMI
Mute the sound of the
connected audio
system that is
compatible with
control for HDMI
Press DIGITAL or
ANALOG.
Press 2 +/–.
Press %.
Press again to restore
the sound.
To view two pictures simultaneously
– PAP (Picture and Picture)
You can view two pictures (external input and
TV programme) on the screen simultaneously.
Connect an optional equipment (page 21), and
make sure that images from the equipment
appear on the screen (page 23).
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• This function is not available for a PC input or
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT input.
• You cannot change the size of the pictures.
1Press OPTIONS.
2Press F/f to select “PAP”, then press .
The picture from the connected equipment
is displayed on the left, and the TV
programme is displayed on the right.
3Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to
select the TV channel.
To return to single picture mode
Press RETURN.
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• The highlighted picture is audible. You can switch
the audible picture by pressing G/g.
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To view two pictures simultaneously
– PIP (Picture in Picture)
You can view two pictures (PC input and TV
programme) on the screen simultaneously.
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• This function is not available for a DIGITAL
MEDIA PORT input.
1Press OPTIONS.
2Press F/f to select “PIP”, then press .
The picture from the connected PC is
displayed in full size, and the TV
programme is displayed in the small
screen.
You can use F/f to change the position of
the TV programme screen.
3Press the number buttons or PROG +/– to
select a TV channel.
To return to single picture mode
Press RETURN.
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• You can switch the audible picture by pressing G/
g.
Playing back Photo/Music
via USB
You can enjoy photo/music files stored in a
Sony digital still camera or camcorder through
a USB cable or USB storage device on your
TV.
1Connect a supported USB device to the
TV.
2Press HOME.
3Press G/g to select “Photo” or “Music”.
4Press F/f to select a USB device, then
press .
The file or folder list appears.
To display a thumbnail list, press the
yellow button while the list is displayed.
5Press F/f to select a file or folder, then
press .
When you select a folder, select a file,
then press .
Playback starts.
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Photo Playback Auto Start
The TV automatically starts photo playback
when the TV is turned on and a digital still
camera or other device storing photo files is
connected to the USB port and then turned on
(page 42).
(Photo) Available OPTIONS
OptionDescription
PictureSee page 36.
SoundSee page 38.
SurroundSee page 39.
Video SettingsSee page 40.
CroppingCrops a photograph.
Display mapDisplays a map of the
location where a photo
was shot along with the
photo itself.
Show OptionsAllows you to set
repeat/shuffle for photo
playback.
Photo Set-upSets how playback
should be performed
and what effects to use
during slideshows.
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OptionDescription
Rotate and SaveRotates and saves
SpeakerSee page 42.
i VolumeSee page 42.
Picture Frame
Image
InformationDisplays information
unprotected files.
Allows you to select a
photograph to be
displayed as a picture
frame.
about the device,
folders, and files.
(Music) Available OPTIONS
OptionDescription
SoundSee page 38.
SurroundSee page 39.
Add to SlideshowRegisters the
Omit from
Slideshow
Playback OptionsAllows music options to
SpeakerSee page 42.
i VolumeSee page 42.
InformationDisplays information
background music to be
played during a
slideshow using
(Photo).
Cancels the registered
background music.
be set for repeat,
shuffle, or regular
playback.
about the device,
folders, and files.
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• While the TV is accessing the data on the USB
device, observe the following:
– Do not turn off the TV or connected USB
device.
– Do not disconnect the USB cable.
– Do not remove the USB device.
The data on the USB device may be damaged.
• Sony will not be held liable for any damage to, or
loss of, data on the recording media due to a
malfunction of any connected devices or the TV.
• Playback does not start automatically if the TV is
turned on after connecting the digital still camera
or other device to the USB port.
• USB playback is supported for the following
photo file formats:
– JPEG (JPEG format files with the extension
“.jpg” and conforming to DCF or Exif)
– RAW (ARW/ARW 2.0 format files with the
extension “.arw”. For preview only.)
• USB playback is supported for the following
music file formats:
– MP3 (files with the extension “.mp3” that have
not been copyrighted)
• When you connect a Sony digital still camera, set
the camera’s USB connection mode to Auto or
“Mass Storage”. For more information about USB
connection mode, refer to the instructions supplied
with your digital camera.
• Check the website below for updated information
about compatible USB devices.
http://support.sony-europe.com/TV/compatibility/
To display a photograph
— Picture Frame
You can display a photograph on the screen for
a selected period of time. After that period, the
TV automatically switches itself into standby
mode.
1Select a photograph.
You can select a photograph from the
connected USB device or preset picture
folder. For details on selecting a
photograph, see page 24.
2Press OPTIONS while the selected
photograph is displayed, then press F/f to
select “Picture Frame Image” and press
.
3Press RETURN repeatedly to return to
the Home Menu.
4Press G/g to select “Photo”, then select
“Picture Frame” and press .
The TV is switched to Picture Frame
mode, and the selected photograph is
displayed on the screen.
To set the duration of displaying a
photograph
Press OPTIONS, then select “Duration”
and press . Then, select the duration,
and press .
The counter appears on the screen.
To return to the XMB™
Press RETURN.
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• If the photograph is selected from a USB device, it
must remain connected to the TV.
• If “Sleep Timer” is activated, the TV
automatically will switch into standby mode.
To display a photograph with the
location on the map
When using a digital still camera with GPS
function, it is possible to display a photograph
with a map of the location where the
photograph was taken using a function of GPS
for recording longitude and latitude. Because
map information is downloaded from the
Internet online map service, the network
connection must be required and the TV has to
be connected to the network (page 31).
1Select a photograph (page 24).
2Press the green/red buttons to zoom in/out
on the map.
To change the display position of the map
on the TV screen, press the blue button
repeatedly.
6Select the following items using F/f, then
set them using G/g.
–Time Zone
–DST
7Select “OK”, then press .
The GPS log files are loaded.
8Disconnect the GPS unit and connect the
device on which the photograph is stored.
9Select a photograph (page 24).
10 Press the green/red buttons to zoom in/out
on the map.
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• Because the Internet online map service is
provided by a third party, service may be changed
or terminated without prior notification to the user.
• The position indicated on the map may differ
depending on the digital still camera.
• Only a large-scale map that cannot be zoomed in
or out is displayed if the TV is not connected to
the Internet or the Internet online map service is
terminated.
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• A map can be displayed in the case of
photograph’s Exif data includes a date
information, and the associated longitude and
latitude information (“Log files”) has been
recorded using a Sony GPS unit. Follow the
procedure described below.
1Connect the GPS unit to the USB port.
2Press HOME.
3Press G/g to select “Photo”.
4Press F/f to select the GPS unit, then
press
5Select “Load GPS log files”, then press .
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Using BRAVIA Sync with
Control for HDMI
The control for HDMI function enables the TV
to communicate with the connected equipment
that is compatible with the function, using
HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control).
For example, by connecting Sony equipment
that is compatible with control for HDMI
(with HDMI cables), you can control them
together.
Be sure to connect the equipment correctly,
and make the necessary settings.
Control for HDMI
• Automatically turns the connected
equipment off when you switch the TV to
standby mode using the remote.
• Automatically turns the TV on and
switches the input to the connected
equipment when the equipment starts to
play.
• If you turn on a connected audio system
while the TV is on, the sound output
switches from the TV speaker to the audio
system.
• Adjusts the volume (2 +/–) and mutes the
sound (%) of a connected audio system.
• You can operate the connected Sony
equipment that has the BRAVIA Sync logo
by the TV remote by pressing:
– N/x/X/m/M to operate the connected
equipment directly.
– SYNC MENU to display the menu of the connected
HDMI equipment on the screen.
After displaying the menu, you can operate the
menu screen by using F/f/G/g, , colour buttons,
and RETURN.
– OPTIONS to display “Device Control”, then select
options from “Options” and “Content List” to
operate the equipment.
– Refer to the instruction manual of the equipment for
available control.
• If “Control for HDMI” of the TV is set to
“On”, “Control for HDMI” of the
connected equipment is also automatically
switched to “On”.
To connect the equipment that is
compatible with control for HDMI
Connect the compatible equipment and the TV
with an HDMI cable. When connecting an
audio system, be sure to also connect the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack of
the TV and the audio system using an optical
audio cable. For details, see page 21.
To make the control for HDMI settings
The control for HDMI settings must be set on
both the TV side and connected equipment
side. See “HDMI Set-up” on page 43 for the
TV side settings. For settings on the connected
equipment, refer to the operating instructions
for that equipment.
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Operating Optional
Equipment Using the TV
Remote
Buttons for using optional
equipment
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the connected equipment.
ItemDescription
1 "/1Turns on or off the optional
equipment you have selected
with the function buttons.
2 Function
buttons
3 BD/DVD
operating
buttons
4 DVD record
buttons
5 F1/F2• Selects a disc when using a
6 BD/DVD
MENU
7 BD/DVD
TOP MENU
Allows you to operate the
corresponding equipment. For
details, see “Programming the
remote” on page 28.
• ./>: Goes to the
beginning of the previous/
next title/chapter/scene/
track.
•/: Replays the scene/
briefly fast forwards the
scene.
• m/M: Fast reverses/fast
forwards the disc when
pressed during playback.
• N: Plays a disc at normal
speed.
• X: Pauses the playback.
• x: Stops the playback.
• z REC: Starts the
recording.
• X REC PAUSE: Pauses the
recording.
• x REC STOP: Stops the
recording.
disc changer.
• Selects a function when
using a combination unit
(e.g. a DVD/HDD).
Displays the BD/DVD disc
menu.
Displays the top menu of the
BD/DVD disc.
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•The N button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot
as a reference when operating other equipment.
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Programming the remote
This remote is preset to operate Sony TVs, and
most Sony Blu-ray disc players, DVD players,
DVD/HDD recorders, and audio systems
(Home Theatre, etc.).
To control Blu-ray disc players, DVD players,
and DVD/HDD recorders of other
manufacturers (and some other Sony models),
programme the remote as follows.
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• Before you start, look up the three-digit code of
your equipment from the “Manufacturer’s codes”
on page 29.
If your equipment is not working, or
some of the functions do not work
Enter the correct code or try the next code
1
listed for the brand. Note that the list may
not include codes for all models of all
brands.
To return to normal TV operation
Press the TV function button.
1
3
2
1Press and hold the BD, DVD, or AMP
function button you want to programme
on the remote, then press .
The selected function button (BD, DVD,
or AMP) flashes.
2Press the number buttons to enter the
three-digit manufacturer’s code number
when the function button flashes.
If you do not enter the code within
10 seconds, you need to go back to step 1.
3Press .
The selected function button flashes
twice.
If the selected function button flashes five
times, repeat from step 1.
4Turn on your equipment and check that
the following main functions work.
For Blu-ray disc players, DVD players
and DVD/HDD recorders, check:
N (playback), x (stop), m (rewind),
M (fast forward), channel selection.